We are doing our first Disney trip in december 2014 for christmas, we have a dinning plan included what all isnt covered by the plan that I need to know ahead of time?? also are there any parades going on during the new year weekend??”

Hi Stephanie!

I'm so excited to hear that you'll be visiting Walt Disney World during the most magical of times! Christmastime at Walt Disney World is truly magical, and a wondrous time! The Disney Dining Plan is a great way to have your dining taken care of ahead of time, and is super convenient!

If you'd like to read about the plan further, you should check out this Disney Dining Plan Guide that outlines many of the plans features. There's a section that outlines items not covered by the plan. I've cut that for you and posted it here for your quick reference:

Alcoholic Beverages

Items that are more than a single serving (such as a box of doughnuts or a jarof peanut butter)Items (such as popcorn or drinks) that are served in a Souvenir ContainerItems that are sold from Recreation Rental Counters

Items that are considered Merchandise (such as Bottle Toppers, Glow Cubesand Bottle Straps)

Special Dining Events with special menus offered at certain Table-Service locations

Meet the Panelist: Amanda, Texas

I am a former Kindergarten teacher turned stay-at-home Mom to my 2 boys and daughter. I've been married to my High School sweetheart since 2000, and we consider ourselves experienced Walt Disney World travelers with little ones.Learn More About Amanda

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